The word Hyderabad means Haydar city or city of lion , the city originally named as baghnagar and according to 2011 census 4th most populated city in India and 6th most popular metropolitan area in India. Hyderabad is the most beautiful city situated on the bank of river Muski with 10 most wonderful waterfalls in hyderabad like:
- Ethipothala falls
- Mallela Theertham
- Pochera falls
- Kunta falls
- Talakona
- Kapila theertham
- Tadimada waterfall
- Kaitika waterfall
- Kanaka waterfall
- Sahastrakund waterfall
In this travel content, we discuss destinations Where you can journey with your family in the upcoming year to get closer to the beauty of nature up close.
1. ETHIPOTHALA FALLS
Ethipothala Waterfalls is 200 km away from Hyderabad and is situated on the bank of river Chandra Vanka with greenery on all sides
| Location | Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh |
| Height of waterfalls | 70 Feet |
| Uniqueness about waterfall | Combination of three streams ChandravankaVagu,NakkalaVagu, Tummala Vagu, crocodile breeding centre which attract tourist |
| Time to Go there | Immediately after Monsoon |
| Nearby places to visit | Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, Ragantham Temple ,Darts tests temple |
2. MALLELA THEERTHAM
Mallela Theertham waterfall is itself an aesthetic place that comes with the romanticism of Mother Earth,which is accessible via a short trek through the wilderness, which is 185 km away from Hyderabad give you Wonderful experience.
| Location | Nallamala Forest, Amrabad, Nagarjuna, Andhra Pradesh |
| Height of waterfall | 150 feet |
| Uniqueness about waterfall | Directed on small Shiva linga |
| Time to go there | October to March Advertisements
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Nearby places to visit | Mallikarjun Temple, Sakshi Ganpathi Temple |
3. POCHERA FALLS
Pochera Waterfalls Being away from the hustle and bustle of city life which is 256 km away from Hyderabad
| Location | Adilabad, Telangana |
| Height of Waterfall | 65 feet |
| Uniqueness about waterfall | Deepest waterfall, place is good choice for hiker, good place for wildlife enthusiastic |
| The Time to visit there | Monsoon and post-monsoons |
| Nearby places to Visit | Basara Saraswa thi Temple, Nirmal, Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary, Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary Suvarnapuri etc |
4. KUNTALA FALLS
Kuntala Waterfall in Telangana is the highest waterfall situated 260 Km from Hyderabad
There is a story behind the name of the waterfall. It is said dushyant wife shakuntala was romanticised with nature and she used to bathe here and word kunt means pond and tala means several pond comes.
| Height of Waterfall | 147 to 200 feet |
| Entry Fees | Free of cost |
| Timing for visit | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| The best time to reach there | September to October |
| Nearby places to visit | Sahyadri Mountain Range |
| Things to do | Walking and Sightseeing |
5. TALAKONA WATERFALLS
Talakona waterfalls are situated in the forest surrounded by natural beauty. It is a distance of 562 km from Hyderabad where local claim waterfall has some specific medicine
| Location | Chittoor District, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh |
| Height of Waterfall | 270 feet |
| The best time to visit | September to January |
| Nearby places to visit
& Special Qualities |
Sri Siddeshwara Temple celebrate maha shivratri , Tirumala Temple, Sri Kalahasti Temple, Deer Park etc Advertisements
Find rare species of flora and fauna here, waterfall is rich in therapeutic power |
6. KAPILA THEERTHAM WATERFALL
Kapila Theertham Waterfall is a pilgrim site to worship lord Shiva, where one of his devotee break to worship lord shiva thereafter named as Kapila theertham which is located 561 km from Hyderabad
| Location |
Kt road, NGO colony, Tirupathi, An dhra Pradesh |
| Height of the Waterfall | 100 feet |
| Time to go there | Winter season |
| Nearby places to visit | Parshuram temple, Vishwanath temple, Padmavati temple, dakshineshwar temple |
| Things to Explore | Cave exploration, sightseeing, temple visit |
7. TADIMADA WATERFALL
Tadimada waterfall is Situated in the Hills of Ananthagiri Hills which is 646 km away from Hyderabad bringing you the beauty of nature earth.
| Location | Ananthagiri, Andhra Pradesh |
| Height of waterfall | 100 feet |
| Things to Explore | Coffee plantation which is the best destination for visitors to explore, trek and photography |
| Time to visit there | Rainy season |
8. KATIKA WATERFALL
Katika waterfall is named after a village, the waterfall is located near caves and is a famous attraction for tourists in an element of adventure, trekking.
| Location | Andhra Pradesh |
| Height of waterfall | 50 feet |
| Best eatable | Bamboo chicken, an exclusive dish prepared near the waterfall |
| Distance from Hyderabad | 673 km |
| Nearby place to visit | Borra Caves, Araku Tribal, Tyda Park, Padmapuram Botanical Garden and Matsyagundam. |
9.KANKAI WATERFALLS
Kankai waterfall is located on the laden river in the Adilabad district of Telangana which is collocated with Bandrev and Cheekati Gundam waterfall
A destinationation which often makes you feel like heaven where you view panoramic of whole waterfall and landscape from top to cliff.
| Location Advertisements
Height of waterfall Nearby temples The best time to visit Timing Advertisements
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Balanpur, Telangana |
| 30 feet | |
| Kanaka Durga Temple located near the waterfall | |
| Winter | |
| Throughout a day |
10. SAHASTRAKUND WATERFALL
Sahastrakund waterfall located in Murli village flows on river Godavari. Its height of 50 feet, highlighting of waterfall block rock formation which looks like metal when the river flows.
Location- Islapur, Maharashtra
Height-50 feet
Special qualities- watch tower, view the shimmering crystal – clearwater poolool
Best Time to Visit- August to October
Hence if you visiting Hyderabad, you will never miss an opportunity to see dozens of waterfalls, the aesthetic view along with trekking experience hence, picnic, campaigning area will never . Now planning a trip with necessary information is all that is needed and creates some unforgettable memories.